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In short
The duration of a lease agreement, specifying how long the tenant has the right to occupy the property. This is crucial for businesses operating from a leased location.
For an SBA 7(a) loan, the lease term for the business's operating location must typically match or exceed the loan's maturity. You'll need to secure a new lease or an assignment of the existing lease with a sufficient term. A short lease term could be a deal-breaker if you can't negotiate an extension with the landlord.
SOP 50 10 — Lender and Development Company Loan Programs
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA Standard Operating Procedure
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